Future Opening: Dishwasher

Kitchen Assistant

Wash and clean tableware, pots, pans and cooking equipment. Keep the dishroom, restaurant, bathrooms, kitchen and equipment clean and organized. This is an entry level position that may lead to promotions to the other roles within the kitchen.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Load, run and unload dish machine. Keep the dish machine & sinks clean and report any functional or mechanical problems immediately. Monitor dish machine & sink water temperature to ensure sanitary wash cycle. Wash and store all tableware and kitchenware. Properly label, replenish and store chemicals. Use the proper chemicals for each job while maintaining safety for yourself and those around you. Keep dishroom & storage clean and organized. Maintain adequate levels of clean tableware for dining room and kitchen. Bag and haul dishroom trash to dumpster at designed times. Handle tableware carefully to prevent breakage and loss. Maintain adequate levels of dish detergents and cleaning supplies. Clean food preparation and production areas as required. Assist with basic food preparation according to the checklist and prep sheets. Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the restaurant manager or immediate supervisor. Complete any other tasks or directives issued by your Manager or Superiors in a polite, timely and accurate manner.

Qualifications, Skills and Requirements:

No previous restaurant experience required. Be able to work in hot, wet, humid and loud environment for long periods of time. Be physically able to lift, reach, bend and stoop. Be able to working in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours). Be able to safely lift bags, cases and stacks weighing up to 60 pounds up to 30 times per shift. Compensation: $15.74 - $17.00 per hour.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Gustav's is a locally owned German Restaurant that has become an institution in the Portland/Vancouver area over the last 30+ years. Quality has been a focus at Gustav's since its inception and we are looking for like-minded professionals to keep that spirit alive!

NW Hospitality Group acquired the legendary Gustav's in July of 2023 with the intention of keeping the restaurant around for years to come! You may know us from our other local establishments, Amaro's Table and Cecilia. Our brand is already known for our impeccable service, delicious food and an amazing beverage program. Amaro's Table has won numerous awards for its bar program and happy hour including Best of Clark County the last 3 years.

We are a company who invest a lot of time, education and energy in our team members in order to ensure their success. NW Hospitality Group is a great place for those that are looking to further their career goals, in and out of the hospitality industry. We strive to promote from within and move people towards their future successes.